Technology executive and innovative entrepreneur Matthew Cameron has a passion for using technology and innovation to grow economic development. He is sometimes referred to as a “provocateur” for his ability to encourage, entice, or persuade others to look outside their comfort zone. He’s been in the trenches of the online and interactive world for more than two decades evolving his real world experience to provide the tools necessary to lead in his current role.As director of interactive strategy and business development for CenturyLink in Monroe, Matthew enjoys daily opportunities to transform his perspective and expand his breadth of knowledge in a fast-paced environment. As an entrepreneur, Matthew is the President and Co-founder of The Idea Coterie, a Louisiana based actionable think tank, focused on startup activity, investment, creation and inspiration, and driving economic development in Louisiana. Matthew serves as a governor appointed entrepreneur on the Louisiana Innovation Council as well as on multiple boards of advisors in north Louisiana. A founding member of an organization breaking down silos and driving collaboration and education along the I-20 corridor, Matthew and Tech by 20 are looking to facilitate real change through communication, networking and action. Matthew shares frequently that leadership and innovation are moment-to-moment choices and not about title, tenure or position. He encourages others to lead and innovate, driving our state forward.